1988 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1988 BMW M6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 565 kg more than 1988 BMW M6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M6. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M6 | 1972 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M6 | Centurion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3160 mm |
